Save the Date: Ontario Police Open House
 📍Ontario Police Department | 2500 S. Archibald Ave., Ontario CA
📅 Saturday, October 4, 2025
🕒 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Save the Date: Ontario Fire Open House
 Join the Ontario Fire Department for a free, fun-filled event for all ages in honor of National Fire Prevention Week! Activities for the day include:
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Tour the Station: Take a guided tour of Fire Station #9 and see where our firefighters live and train.• Enjoy Interactive Activities:Experience fire safety through fun and engaging hands-on activities.• Win Giveaways: Take home fun and exciting prizes.
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Food Vendors: Grab a bite from local favorites while you explore.• See Live Demonstrations:Watch live demonstrations showcasing the specialized skills and tools our firefighters use.
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Blood Drive: Give back by donating blood during the event.
📍Fire Station 9 | 2661 E. Grand Park St., Ontario, CA 91762
📅 Saturday, October 11, 2025
🕒 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Foodie Fest is Back!
 An array of food vendors will help you indulge in the wildest foodie desires! Bring your family and friends to try the savors of the world while watching our live entertainment!
Stay tuned to check out our Foodie Fest Vendors!
📍Ontario Town Square | 224 N. Euclid Ave.
📆 Saturday, September 13
⏰ 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
💲 Free
For more information, please visit OntarioCA.gov/SpecialEvents or call (909)395-2020.
Understanding Proposed Changes to Utility Rates
The City of Ontario invites public participation in the public hearing process.
Call or Visit – City Clerk’s Office, 303 East B Street, Ontario, CA 91764, or visit ontarioca.gov/OMUC. Contact (909) 395-2161 or OMUCadmin@ontarioca.gov with questions.
Submit Protests or Objections – Mail or deliver written protests to City Clerk, 303 East B Street, Ontario, CA 91764. Submissions must include the specific rate increase opposed, parcel number and/or service address, name, and signature. Objections must state that they are objections and specify the grounds for alleging noncompliance with Proposition 218. See the Public Hearing Notice at ontarioca.gov/OMUC.
Attend the Public Hearing – The public may attend and comment on the proposed rate adjustments. Verbal comments alone do not qualify as formal protests.
Save the Date: Ontario's First Annual MuralFest!
September: National Library Month
National Library Card Sign Up Month
 Have you gotten your library card yet? Celebrate National Library Card Sign Up Month by visiting your local library and signing up for a card. Whether searching for your next great read, working on a high-tech project, or helping yourself or your child succeed in school, your library card unlocks a world of free resources!
📍 Ovitt Family Community Library | 215 E. C St.
📍 Lewis Family Branch Library | 3850 E. Riverside Dr.
📆 September 1 – 30
🕐 Library’s Open Hours
⭐ All ages
Celebrating 10 Years!
 KinderGo
Monday, September 15 - Friday, September 26
Calling all Kindergarten Caregivers!
The Ontario City Library—alongside special guests from the City of Ontario—will visit kindergarten classrooms throughout the City to share a fun story and introduce students to the library. Your child will come home with information on how to get their very own library card, opening the door to books, learning tools and resources to support their success throughout the school year.
KinderFair
Kindergarteners and their families are invited to a special celebration at the Ontario City Library, just for them! Enjoy fun activities, explore library resources and celebrate the joy of learning together. Kindergarteners who sign up for their library card will receive a special prize! This year marks our 10th anniversary, and we're celebrating with two events—families are welcome to attend both!
📍 Lewis Family Branch Library | 3850 E. Riverside Dr.
📆 Thursday, September 25
🕐 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
📍 Ontario Town Square | 224 N. Euclid Ave.
📆 Saturday, September 27
🕐 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Bonus! Meet author Angela DiTerlizzi and hear her read her book The Magical Yet!
Visit Us at the Lewis Family Branch
 Discover All That’s Happening at the Lewis Family Branch – South Ontario’s Hidden Gem!
Located on the Colony High School campus, the Lewis Family Branch is more than just a library—it’s a community space designed for learning, creativity, and connection.
Explore our wide selection of books, cozy up in a quiet workspace, or dive into your next project in our state-of-the-art Lightspeed Studio.
We’ve got exciting events and programs happening all season long—stop by and see what’s new!
📍 Lewis Family Branch Library | 3850 E. Riverside Dr.
📆 Monday - Thursday | 🕐 4 PM - 8 PM
📆 Saturday | 🕐 10 AM - 6 PM
📆 Friday + Sunday | Closed
⭐ All ages
Come see why the Lewis Family Branch is a favorite local spot in South Ontario. We can’t wait to welcome you!
One Book One Ontario
 September 1 - 30
Author Visit: Wednesday, September 24 | 6 PM - 7:30 PM
Ovitt Family Community Library | 215 E. C Street
For ages 18+
Inspired by the American Library Association’s “One Book, One Community” initiative, our One Book, One Ontario program unites the community through a shared reading experience. Each year, we select a book for everyone to read, fostering discussion and connections among participants.
This year, the community of Ontario selected Your House Will Pay by Steph Cha. This powerful novel follows two families in Los Angeles whose lives become intertwined after a past tragedy, exploring themes of family, forgiveness, and healing. We encourage everyone in our community to read and reflect on this thought-provoking story.
Join us at the Ovitt Community Library on September 24, 6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m., for an engaging discussion and Q&A with author Steph Cha. A limited number of free copies of the book will be available at the author event, while supplies last (one book per household).
Don’t worry—if you miss out on a free copy, you can check out the book for free with your library card!
Day of Reading
 Join Ontario’s citywide Day of Reading! Take a break from your hectic schedule and get lost in a book. There’s no wrong way to participate. Take 15 minutes to enjoy a book, eBook, or audiobook anywhere! Across Ontario, find pop-up read-ins where you can relax with a good book alongside your neighbors and friends. For more information, including pop-up locations, please visit OntarioCA.gov/Library.
📍 Several locations
📆 Tuesday, September 16
⭐ All ages
Ontario, Let's Rescue!
 🚨 Urgent Help Needed – Support Ontario’s New Animal Resource Center! 🚨
New to our area, the Animal Resource Center of the Inland Empire (ARC) began serving the City of Ontario on July 1—and they need your help now more than ever.
The center is currently caring for nearly 300 animals, and the numbers continue to rise. While the community has already shown incredible support, we’re at a critical point and urgently need:
🐾 Adopters
🐾 Foster families
🐾 Volunteers and community support
These animals are already here in Ontario and need safe, loving homes today. If you’ve ever considered fostering, now is the time to step in and make a difference.
Let’s come together and show what Ontario can do. Every action helps—and every animal matters.
📍1630 Shearwater Street, Ontario, CA 91761
🕒 9:00am-6:00pm (Every day, except federal holidays)
For more information please visit: arcinlandempire.org
To view current available animals: 24petconnect.com/ARCAnimals
Ontario Convention Center – Upcoming Events
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September 5–7 | Creep I.E. Aftermath
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September 19–21 | Another Furry Con 2025: Modern Stone Age Furry
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September 28, 12–7 PM | Elite Tuner Socal
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October 31–November 1 | Stamp & Scrapbook Expo
Learn more about Ontario's Convention Center (here).
For the latest news, click here.
Toyota Arena – Upcoming Events
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September 5 | Marco Antonio Solís – Más Cerca de Ti World Tour
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September 6 | Marco Antonio Solís – Más Cerca de Ti World Tour
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September 18 | Old Dominion – How Good Is That World Tour
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September 21 | L.A. Kings vs. Anaheim Ducks – Empire Classic
To sign up for the Empire Newsletter and learn more about upcoming Toyota Arena events, click the button below.
ONT, UCR Health Upgrade Nursing Stations
 Ontario International Airport (ONT) is proud to announce a comprehensive upgrade to its nursing facilities, in partnership with UCR Health. Building upon the modernized nursing stations initially launched in 2022, the newly upgraded spaces now feature expanded interiors, refreshed furnishings, and enhanced amenities designed to elevate comfort and privacy for nursing parents. “Research shows that exclusively breastfed infants have a 36% lower risk of sudden infant death syndrome and mothers reduce their risk of breast cancer by up to 27%,” said Dr. Brenda Ross-Shelton, Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist at UCR Health. Key highlights of the upgrade include:
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A new nursing station in Terminal 4 and better space utilization in Terminal 2, allowing for greater privacy and comfort.
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Modernized décor featuring softer lighting, ergonomic seating and calming design elements to create a serene environment.
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Functional enhancements, including TVs, internet connectivity, added charging outlets, improved changing surfaces and accessible shelving for breastfeeding essentials.
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Inclusive accessibility, with upgrades ensuring full compliance with ADA standards and California Building Code—making the rooms comfortable and easy to use for all families.
Community Improvement: Tip of the Month
 Get Ready for the City of Ontario Fall Community Resource Fair!
Join us at Bon View Park on Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 10 AM to 2 PM for an exciting day filled with opportunities, fun, and community spirit! Bring the whole family for a day packed with educational demonstrations, fun children's activities, delicious pizza, and our exciting raffle featuring fantastic gift baskets and a chance to win Ontario Baseball Club tickets!
This vibrant event is your chance to meet local City Departments and non-profit organizations dedicated to enhancing our community, including the newly established Animal Rescue Center (ARC), who will have adorable pets available on site for adoption.
Come discover everything the City of Ontario has to offer and enjoy a wonderful day with your neighbors and friends. We can't wait to see you there!
For additional information about the Community Improvement Department and the programs it offers, visit www.ontarioca.gov/CommunityImprovement or call (909) 395-2007.
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